Thanks to everyone who visits Life After Ministries!
We pray your lives are blessed with knowing our Lord & His love for you.
Life After Ministries Team
Archive for the ‘Christmas’ Category
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! 2025
Posted in Christmas on 12/25/2025| 3 Comments »
No Salvation Without Church Admin
Posted in Christmas, December, Witnessing Tip of the Day, tagged Bethlehem, Bruce McConkie, false gospel of Mormonism, fulfilled prophecy of Jesus' birth, New Witness for the Articles of Faith on 12/18/2025| 2 Comments »
December 18 – Micah 5:2; “But thou, Beth-lehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.”
_____
Micah’s prophecy was fulfilled shortly after Jesus’ birth. Noteworthy are the reactions of the priests and scribes after the magi answered King Herod’s question! (more…)
Anna’s 84 Years of Temple Worship
Posted in Christmas, Holidays Celebrated by Mormons, tagged Anna the prophetess, Jesus, Luke 2:35-39, Simeon on 12/16/2025| 1 Comment »
Anna, the prophetess, is mentioned in the Bible three times and they’re all within the context of Jesus’ birth.
Luke 2:36-38 “And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; 37 And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. 38 And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.”
The tribe of Aser (or Asher) came from the line of Jacob, and was a son of Zilpah, the maidservant for Leah – Genesis 30:13. The Hebrew transliteration for Asher means ‘happy’.
The name of Anna’s father, Phanuel, when translated means, ‘face of God’. Whether his name was a play on words for his daughter’s future involvement as a prophetess, is left solely up to the reader, but it does make sense and goes along with the Lord’s M.O. (more…)
Mormons and Christmas 2025
Posted in Christmas, Holidays Celebrated by Mormons, tagged Anna the prophetess, birth of Jesus, Simeon on 12/15/2025| 1 Comment »
For the past several years I’ve posted the Bible story about Simeon. I just love to read it over and over again, so please forgive my indulgence of hanging out in this part of the Bible! I’m reposting it here in preparation of our post tomorrow which will be on another monumental event in biblical history! The story of Anna.
I pray we all have a heart like Anna’s – male or female!
Digging deeper into this story gave me a different perspective of what God is actually looking for in each of us (me) on a daily basis. Her history, being a widow, a mom, a true believer to the very core of her soul, gives me hope of what my daily life can be and the patience God has for all of us! Now on to the story of Simeon… (more…)
Spiritual Significance of the Three Gifts Given to Jesus 2025
Posted in Christmas, Christmas Story, Jesus, tagged birth of Jesus, gospel, Matthew 2:11, three wise men on 12/14/2025| 1 Comment »
‘Have we seen Christ’s star? Let us study to give him honour.’ – Matthew Henry
Matthew 2:11 “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.”
Today we’re looking at a few things about the gifts the three men from the east presented to the Messiah. This is something I had always wanted to study and with the Mormon publication of the Liahona, it got me moving!
As you might recall, the Mormon prophet invited Mormon children to follow Jesus through the maze of a labyrinth. How that had anything to do with Jesus is still a mystery to us here at the ministry…in the meantime, we decided to get this on the site to provide the truth as a rebuttal to that horrific platitude Mr. Monson offered.
Joseph Smith’s False Prophecy of Jesus’ Birth 2025
Posted in Christmas, False Prophecies of Joseph Smith, tagged D&C 20:3, joseph smith on 12/04/2025| 1 Comment »
December 4 — Doctrine and Covenants 20:1 “The rise of the Church of Christ in these last days, being one thousand eight hundred and thirty years since the coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the flesh, it being regularly organized and established agreeable to the laws of our country, by the will and commandments of God, in the fourth month, and on the sixth day of the month which is called April—” [emp. added] (more…)
Guessing at Events of Jesus’ Birth
Posted in Christmas, tagged Dallin Oaks, Glad Tidings of Great Joy on 12/03/2025| 3 Comments »
December 3 — Today we’re looking at a few things in an article, Glad Tidings of Great Joy, written by LDS President Dallin Oaks. You can read the article in full at the link provided. For the sake of time, we’re limiting this to just a few glaring problems.
After a lengthy explanation telling readers you can find cathedrals worldwide honoring the Savior he mentioned these included the 200+ Mormon temples. He also reminded readers there’s ‘nothing new’ about the timeless story because it had been told since the days of Adam. (more…)
First Presidency Christmas Message
Posted in Christmas, tagged LDS Newsroom on 12/02/2025| 3 Comments »
December 2 — First Presidency Christmas Message
We rejoice in remembering our Savior, Jesus Christ. He was born in humble circumstances. Heavenly angels heralded His birth. He preached the gospel of repentance, hope, and everlasting life.
He opened the eyes of the blind, made the deaf to hear, healed all manner of afflictions, and raised the dead. He is the Only Begotten of our Father in Heaven, the Firstborn of God’s spirit children. Through His sacrifice and infinite Atonement, we can be reconciled with God by obedience and repentance. (more…)
Russell Nelson’s Christmas Lies
Posted in Christmas, Mormon Newsroom on 12/27/2024| 3 Comments »
‘Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.’ — Isaiah 7:14
This Week in Church News, December 24, 2024 “My dear friends, I have always found so much joy in the beautiful Christmas hymns that testify of Jesus Christ’s sacred birth and divine mission.
Whether your voice is young or old, we can all join the angels who sang rejoicing on that “silent night” so long ago, even as we look forward to the day He will come again.
I love you all and wish you “heavenly peace,” not only at Christmas but every day as we strive to walk the path of discipleship.” — Russell Nelson (more…)
History of Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 2024
Posted in Christmas, tagged hark the herald angels sing, Luke 2:14 on 12/25/2024| 6 Comments »
Without a doubt, the best thing about Christmas is of course, Jesus!
Along with that tremendous gift, He’s also blessed us with His undying word of truth. We can look to what He’s said, and discover how He’s always provided a never-changing history of promises kept as a reminder of His deep love. Isaiah 40:8
Today we’re taking a look at another piece of historical fact. The history behind the Christmas carol, ‘Hark! The Herald Angels Sing’, is a delightful reminder of how our Lord operates in the lives of each member in His church.
Charles Wesley, brother of John Wesley, was the author of 6,000+ hymns which is more than any other male hymn writer. The only other person accredited with more hymn writing is Fanny Crosby, who wrote over 8,000.1 (more…)
MERRY CHRISTMAS 2023!
Posted in Christmas on 12/25/2023| 1 Comment »
We pray you have a great day in the Lord as we celebrate the birth of Christ Jesus our Lord!
May He bless you all year!
With Love in Christ —
Life After Ministry
Jude 24-25 Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, 25 To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.
History of Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Posted in Christmas, tagged hark the herald angels sing, Luke 2:14 on 12/25/2020| Leave a Comment »
Without a doubt, the best thing about Christmas is of course, Jesus!
Along with that tremendous gift, He’s also blessed us with His undying word of truth. We can look to what He’s said, and discover how He’s always provided a never-changing history of promises kept as a reminder of His deep love. Isaiah 40:8
Today we’re taking a look at another piece of historical fact. The history behind the Christmas carol, ‘Hark! The Herald Angels Sing’, is a delightful reminder of how our Lord operates in the lives of each member in His church.
Charles Wesley, brother of John Wesley, was the author of 6,000+ hymns which is more than any other male hymn writer. The only other person accredited with more hymn writing is Fanny Crosby, who wrote over 8,000.1 (more…)
Unwise LDS Debase Jesus on FB
Posted in Christmas, tagged December 2019, false leaders of Mormonism, LDS Facebook page on 12/23/2019| 3 Comments »
Matthew 2:1-3, 7, 10-11 “Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. 3 When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. 7 Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared. 10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. 11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.” (more…)
The Spiritual Significance of the Three Gifts Given to Jesus
Posted in Christmas, tagged 3 Wise Men, birth of Christ, Christmas Story on 12/09/2018| Leave a Comment »
‘Have we seen Christ’s star? Let us study to give him honour.’ – Matthew Henry
Matthew 2:11; “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.”
Today we’re looking at a couple of things about the gifts the three men from the east presented to the Messiah. This is something I’ve always wanted to study, and with the latest Mormon publication of the Liahona, it got me moving now!
As you’ll recall, the Mormon prophet invited Mormon children to follow Jesus through the maze of a labyrinth. How that had anything to do with Jesus is still a mystery to us here at the ministry…in the meantime, we decided to get this on the site to provide the truth as a rebuttal to that horrific platitude Mr. Monson offered.
Mormon Christmas Calendar
Posted in Christmas, tagged birth of Jesus, Calendar, Christmas, Jesus, LDS, Mormon on 12/14/2017| Leave a Comment »
On lds.org we noticed they’ve created their own version of an Advent Calendar. You can download the calendar by following the link below.
The introduction to the calendar reads –
“Each Christmas, we celebrate the life of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World. By following His teachings, we let his light shine—in our lives and in the lives of others. This year, use this calendar for inspiration as you plan your Christmas activities to help #LightTheWorld by serving those in need.”
Recent Comments
Mormonism
-
Recent Posts
Mormon Universal Resurrection
When a New Prophet is Called
Binding Yourself to False Prophets
Activity Rate, Retention, & Growth Rate of Mormonism
Amazing Facts About God
Anti-Mormon? How Mormons View the Body of Christ
Anyone or anything that disagrees with the LDS Church is considered anti-Mormon. Yet, the Church considers themselves to be a Christian church.
The Bible & Mormonism
Why Joseph Smith hated the word of God
Bible is Reliable Scripture Database
Scriptures that show Mormons can fully trust God's word!
Blood Atonement
600 BC Jerusalem & America
Historical evidence proves Lehi & Nephi didn't exist!
And It Came to Pass
20% of verses in the Book of Mormon contain the phrase "and it came to pass"
Book of Mormon
Almost 4,000 changes to the Book of Mormon and over 7,200 Greek and Latin words found
Book of Mormon Artifacts & Smithsonian’s Response
Book of Mormon Artifacts; Smithsonian & National Geographic says no artifacts found
Book of Mormon Basics
Book of Mormon: broken promises, false prophecies, historically inncorrect, poor grammar...how can you trust this?
Book of Mormon; Fullness of the Gospel?
Does God speak to prophets with glowing stones in a hat?
Book of Mormon Research Pages
Grab the info you need on several topics all in one easy access point!
Book of Mormon Witnesses
More than 1/2 the witnesses denounced their testimonies! Find out who and why we shouldn't trust their testimonies.
Demonic & Ungodly Names in the Book of Mormon
How can the names in the Book of Mormon be holy if they're ungodly in the Bible?
Foundation of the Book of Mormon
Έλληνες (Greek) in the Book of Mormon
Burning in the Bosom
Christianity & Christian Ministries
News from around the globe about Christianity & the ministries God works through.
Coincidences in Mormonism
Are these incidents all coincidental, or well planned trickery?
False Prophecies of the Mormon Church
The Lord says to disregard the prophet who speaks a lie in His name - Deuteronomy 18:20-22
Contradictions & Interesting Facts about the 3-in-1
See how the Mormon canon of scripture contradicts itself & the Bible
Creeds of Christianity
The Early Christian Church's Statements of Faith
Cross of Christ; Why do Mormons Hate It?
The 10th Mormon president/prophet of the LDS Church called the cross 'repugnant'!
Discourses and Lectures of LDS Leaders
Easter & Holy Week
Essays of the LDS Church
Faith
Follow the Prophet
Why must Mormons follow a prophet and not God?
Foundation of Mormonism
Who, or what, is the foundation of your Christian faith?
Galaxy Teachings of the LDS Church
Why does Mormonism have so many false doctrines about our galaxy and the Lord?
General Conferences
Semi-annual reminders to follow the prophet
General Research
God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit of the Bible
37 Miracles of Jesus Christ
What Do Mormons Think of the Virgin Mary?
Godhead of Mormonism
A look at the 3 gods of the Mormon godhead. Their godhead is nothing like that of the Christian Trinity - find out why!
GRACE
Heavenly Mother, Goddess Wife
Ishtar, an Assyrian and Babylonian Goddess known as the Queen of Heaven
Jesus, My Brother and Butch Cassidy
Robert LeRoy Parker, aka "Butch Cassidy"
Jesus and Lucifer are Brothers
Moses 5:13; "And Satan came among them, saying, I am also a son of God..."
Great Apostasy?
Ten questions about so-called apostacy
Handouts for Witnessing to Mormons
Witnessing tracts & handouts for missions and classes at your church
History of Mormonism
How Mormonism Attacks Christianity
Why do Mormons attack the body of Christ if they're Christians?
How to Witness to a Mormon
How to Witness to a Mormon/Help for your Mormon friends & loved ones
120+ Chronological False Prophecies of Joseph Smith
All about Joseph Smith
Church leaders have said that without the vision of Joseph Smith, they'd have nothing so let's take a look at some of the things of Joseph
Arrest of Jesus and Arrest of Joseph Smith
We know Jesus died for our sins, but what did Joseph die for?
Joseph Smith; Angels, Magic, Masonry and the Occult
Should we trust someone who's involved with these things?
False Prophecies of Joseph Smith
Why would you place your salvation into the hands of a false prophet?
The Many Visions of Joseph Smith
There are several versions of Smith's first vision; which one do you believe?
Joseph Smith’s Questionable Activities
Joseph Smith the Martyr?
An examination of Joseph Smith's death
Joseph Smith the Translator
Kinderhook Plates and The Greek Psalter Incident serve as further proof Smith was a false prophet
Will the Real Joseph Smith Please Stand Up?
Who was the real Joseph Smith?
Journal of Discourses
LDS: Not Everything in Mormonism is True
LDS Hymns
LDS Sunday School Lessons -Old Testament
LDS OT Sunday School Lessons
Lifestyles of the Mormons
Mormon lives are busier than most. With meetings, temple attendance, food storage, the strive to be perfect - it's overwhelming and far from having peace in knowing Christ. Find out why!
Man and Original Sin
The LDS Church doesn't ascribe to the orthodox belief in original sin; why is that?
Man’s sinful nature
Marriage & Childbirth Mandatory
Mentoring Handbook
Compare LDS doctrine w/ the Bible
Mitt Romney, Mormonism & America
Mormonism's True Agenda; Saving Souls or Ruling America?
Mormon Bishops
Mormon Dilemmas
Mormons are faced with confusing doctrine every time they open their scriptures.
3,000+ Mormon Quotes
Quotes & false prophecies from Mormon leaders
Mormon Church Structure
Mormon Missionary Discussions
Mormon Priesthood
Mormonism & World Religions Compared
Why does Mormonism mimic so many religions? Astrology, witchcraft, Satanism, Masonry, Universalism, Hinduism...it's all there in one package called Mormonism. Why?
Mormons On The Internet
Jesus said; "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32
Moroni & Hill Cumorah; real stories or stolen?
Moroni, Comoro off the coast of East Africa
Moroni the Angel of Light
Galatians 1:6-9 says not to accept another gospel from an angel of light, yet atop every LDS temple there sits an angel of light proclaiming a new gospel...
Mountain Meadows Massacre
Necromancy in Mormonism
Why is talking to dead people condoned in Mormonism?
Nepotism in the Mormon Church
News Updates, First Presidency Messages & Visiting Teaching Messages
An examination of the LDS' latest teachings from the presidency to the women's groups. Find out why their monthly messages aren't biblical!
Numbers Game
Why are there so many rules to obey for salvation if Mormonism is a Christian church?
Pearl of Great Price; Is It Worth Your Life?
Could this book cost you salvation in Jesus?
Polygamous Mormon Church Leaders & Wives
Why Doesn't the Church Practice Polygamy Today?
Polygamy
Ordained of God?
Polygamy Quotes
Find out what Mormon Church leaders really think of polygamy
Prayer Life of Mormons
All the rules of how to pray and what to say leaves no room for a conversation with the Lord!
Prophets & Apostles of the LDS Church
"Prophet" John Taylor in prison for polygamy
Curse of Cain
Does a true prophet of God preach racism?
Racism
1978 Prophecy, Book of Moses, Curse of Cain, 2 Nephi 30:6, All are Alike Unto God...What is the truth?
Racism in the Mormon Church
Are comments like "blacks are slaves mentally" really from the God of the Bible or racist men?
Romans Road
Romans Road to Salvation
Salvation!
Mormon Salvation vs. Biblical Salvation. Find out why they're not the same!
Signs of a Cult – Is Mormonism a Cult?
Know the Difference between Christianity and pseudo-Christianity!
Spirit Babies
True Mormon salvation = godhood with multiple wives and countless spirit babies
Suicide in Utah; 12 Per Week, 1 Every 14 Hours
Ten Tribes Quotes by Mormon Leaders
Baptisms for the Dead
A commandment from God or necromancy?
Occult Markings on Mormon Temples
Temple Ceremony Videos
Sacred or secret?
Temple Endowment Film, Ceremonies & Clothing
How does swearing secret oaths glorify God?
Temple Furniture
The biblical temple and Mormon temples have virtually nothing in common; find out why
Terminology of a Mormon vs. Biblical Terminology
Mormon vocabulary is vastly different from the norm. If you're a Christian & feel you're speaking a different language, learn about the differences here.
Testing for Truth
How you can know and trust what God has to say in His word
Thought of the Day about Mormonism
A Collection of News Items and Prophetic Utterances from and about Mormonism
Tithing Quotes
Unequally Yoked
Mormonism & Christianity are not compatible - find out why.
Visiting Teaching Messages
Why I Left the Mormon Church & Resignation Letter
"...for I know whom I have believed..." 2 Tim. 1:12
Women & Mormonism
Would a true apostle say this? Heber C. Kimball; "I think no more of taking another wife than I do of buying a cow."
Word of Wisdom
Worshiping Mormon Pioneers
The Mormon pioneers trekking across America is re-enacted every year by faithful Mormons to honor the faith of their ancestors
YouTube Mormon Quotes
And then there’s this…
E-mails, tweets, comments and posts
Email Subscription
Join 933 other subscribersNews
RSS Links
Tags
bible Book of Mormon Brigham Young Bruce McConkie Christianity false apostle false christ false doctrine false doctrines false doctrines of Mormonism false gods false gospel false prophecies False Prophecies of Joseph Smith false prophecies of Mormonism false prophet false prophet Joseph Smith false prophets General Conference godhood idolatry Jesus Joseph Fielding Smith joseph smith Journal of Discourses mormonism polygamy polytheism salvation truth
